Did you know that allowing your electric bill to be rounded up to the next dollar can make a big impact in our community? The few extra cents from hundreds of members are added to the Operation Round Up fund, which can grow to thousands of dollars and is used for grants to fund local organizations and projects. Since the program began in 2011, more than $621,000 has been given back to the community!
Dubois REC is pleased to announce that the most recent round of Operation Round Up grants totaled $4,500, which was awarded to two local organizations.
The Dubois County Humane Society requested a grant to purchase an anesthesia scavenging system plus installation, at the cost of $3,852. The Operation Round Up Board approved a grant in the amount of $2,500 to purchase the machine only. (Note: Installation must be completed by a volunteer or funded separately by the organization.)
Patoka Valley Cadet Squadron — Civil Air Patrol requested financial assistance to purchase awards, badges, ribbons, etc. The Operation Round Up Board approved a grant of $2,000 to fund the project.
The next meeting of trustees to review grant applications will be March 9. The deadline to submit an application for a grant is 4 p.m. on Feb. 27.
Operation Round Up FAQ
What is Operation Round Up?
It is an ongoing charitable fundraising program to benefit worthwhile community projects.
Dubois REC customers who round up their electric bill to an even dollar amount donate those funds.
How does the program work?
Each month, members who wish to participate will allow Dubois Rural Electric Cooperative to automatically round up electric bills to the next even dollar amount. For example, if your bill is $68.51, your bill will be rounded up to $69, meaning that month’s contribution is 49 cents. If your bill is $68.90, your bill will be rounded up to $69, contributing 10 cents.
The extra cents will be put into the Dubois Rural Electric Community Fund, Inc. The cost to you will be 99 cents or less per month and will average about $6 a year per member.
Individually it doesn’t sound like much, but collectively it adds up in a hurry.
What are some possible uses for the fund?
Examples of grant recipients would be fire departments, EMS, youth and school groups, youth camps, fundraisers for an individual’s medical needs, foundation, senior citizen groups and other various community programs and projects.
How can I participate?
You can call 812-482-5454 and request to enroll in this unique program.
